Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 491 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270240
Common Names
- Phreatia renilabris
- Renilabris Orchid
- Tailed Orchid
Description
Phreatia renilabris (also called 'Smooth-lipped Phreatia', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, typically in low-lying areas such as near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Phreatia renilabris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phreatia renilabris is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phreatia renilabris is a terrestrial orchid native to the Philippines. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a medium of two parts sphagnum moss and one part perlite, and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Phreatia renilabris
Phreatia renilabris is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.
Phreatia renilabris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phreatia renilabris?
Phreatia renilabris
What is the family of Phreatia renilabris?
Orchidaceae
What is the natural habitat of Phreatia renilabris?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Phreatia genus
Phreatia acuminata,
Phreatia albiflora,
Phreatia alpina,
Phreatia altigena,
Phreatia amabilis,
Phreatia amesii,
Phreatia angustifolia,
Phreatia aristulifera,
Phreatia asciiformis,
Phreatia beiningiana,
Phreatia bicallosa,
Phreatia bicostata,
Phreatia bigibbosa,
Phreatia bigibbula,
Phreatia bismarckiensis,
Phreatia brachyphylla,
Phreatia brachyphyton,
Phreatia brachystachys,
Phreatia bracteata,
Phreatia brevicaulis,
Phreatia brevis,
Phreatia breviscapa,
Phreatia bulbophylloides,
Phreatia caespitosa,
Phreatia canaliculata,
Phreatia carolinensis,
Phreatia caudata,
Phreatia caudiflora,
Phreatia caulescens,
Phreatia chionantha,
Phreatia cladophylax,
Phreatia coelonychia,
Phreatia collina,
Phreatia concinna,
Phreatia constricta,
Phreatia crassifolia,
Phreatia crassiuscula,
Phreatia crinonioides,
Phreatia cryptostigma,
Phreatia cucullata,
Phreatia cylindrostachya,
Phreatia deltoides,
Phreatia dendrochiloides,
Phreatia dendrophylax,
Phreatia densiflora,
Phreatia densispica,
Phreatia densissima,
Phreatia dischorensis,
Phreatia djamuensis,
Phreatia dulcis,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,